Cyprus Mail

As the development enters its final phase of construction, the four remaining residences offer a rare opportunity to own a luxury home directly on the sea in Limassol.

Rising electricity and fuel costs are putting increasing pressure on household finances and could leave previously reliable borrowers struggling to meet their loan repayments, the Cyprus Borrowers Protection Association (Syprodat) said on Thursday.

The Vatican warned about the risk of an apocalypse spurred by artificial intelligence years before major American firms sounded the alarm at the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday – a concern that Pope Leo is placing at the heart of his papacy.

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) has announced the Fall 2026 edition of its flagship Free MOOC on Blockchain and Digital Assets, the first university course of its kind globally.

Cyprus house prices rose 8.5 per cent year on year in the second quarter of 2026, with demand from foreign and domestic buyers continuing to support the market, according to the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC).

At a press conference held today, September 23, at Pralina Experience in Nicosia, the 22nd March with the Pink Figures, organised by Europa Donna Cyprus, was announced.

Plans for a natural gas pipeline to be constructed between Turkey and Cyprus have “generated enthusiasm within the international community”, Turkish Cypriot ‘energy minister’ Hasan Tacoy said on Thursday.

French driver Esteban Ocon on Wednesday declared himself a free agent from next year and said he was talking to other teams amid speculation about whether he would remain with current Formula One employers Haas.

Max Verstappen said he does not plan to race in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2027, but he is still considering competing in 24-hour races at the Nurburgring and Spa-Francorchamps.

India is moving closer to new regulations to restrict the sale of foods high in fat and sugar within a 50-metre radius of schools, the latest proposal to cut the consumption of junk food in a country battling growing rates of obesity, especially among chi…

McLaren’s reigning world champion Lando Norris on Wednesday described Formula One’s move to shorten races next year as a good, short-term compromise that would improve the racing action.

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis met the United Nations’ Cyprus problem envoy Maria Angela Holguin in New York, the Greek foreign ministry said on Thursday.

Japan’s 17-year-old wunderkind Shin Ohashi set the men’s 200 metres breaststroke world record on the way to Asian Games gold on Thursday, soaking up the moment in front of a thrilled home crowd.

A large quantity of tobacco products was seized at the Agios Dhometios crossing point after customs officers found undeclared cigarettes and rolling tobacco during a routine check, the customs department said on Thursday.

Winger Anthony Gordon believes England should abandon attempts to copy Spain’s possession-based style of football and instead embrace their natural game by leaning more into physical strengths.

Nicosia Mayor Charalambos Prountzos on Thursday rejected the view that closing the capital’s central Makarios Avenue to traffic is the main issue facing the street, warning instead against a possible loss in European Union funding should the road be fully…

Sales of locally produced industrial goods in Cyprus rose by 3.7 per cent to €4.77 billion, with halloumi, bakery products and pharmaceuticals among the largest categories, according to statistical service (Cystat) figures released on Thursday.

The University of Nicosia is participating in the largest study to date combining bat genomes and fossils, published today in the scientific journal Nature.

The housing debate in Cyprus is too one-sided.

Turkish Cypriot ‘prime minister’ Unal Ustel on Thursday lambasted President Nikos Christodoulides’ speech at the United Nations general assembly and the accusation of “hypocrisy” he had levelled at Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during it, saying…

Limassol is heading west this October as Cyberness brings a two-day market inspired by the spirit, colour and character of the Wild West to Kolla.

London, 23 September 2026 — More than 200 professionals, entrepreneurs and business leaders came together at the High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus in London for Together in the City, a major networking event bringing together the Cypriot and Greek…

England captain Harry Kane said on Wednesday he is considering a future as an NFL kicker later in his career, with a possible spell in Major League Soccer potentially helping him make the transition.

Pakistan said its air force struck 10 locations in Afghanistan on Thursday, which were being used to launch and store drones, some of which had been used against Pakistan a day earlier, the latest sign of escalation between the allies-turned-foes.

Limassol is heading west this October as Cyberness brings a two-day market inspired by the spirit, colour and character of the Wild West to Kolla.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering allowing fans to drink alcohol while watching men’s soccer live in England on a trial basis, arguing that the four-decade-old restrictions are outdated and unfairly discriminate against fans of the sport.

Lidl Cyprus continues to invest in its people by creating opportunities for professional growth as well as continuously enhancing their skills and knowledge.

Alexandra Cousteau, ocean advocate and senior advisor to Oceana, joined European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday to formally announce the launch of the O…

Local organisers of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games again defended the athletes’ accommodation on Thursday after local residents added their voices to concerns about the shipping-container style huts.

Representatives of the United Nations peacekeeping force in Cyprus (Unficyp) will meet Denia village mukhtar Charalambos Alexandrou on Thursday, following Wednesday’s buffer zone altercation near the Nicosia district village, Unficyp spokesman Aleem Siddi…

A 54-year-old man from Paphos was arrested after attempting to steal a boiler, the police said on Thursday.

Cyprus’ research and innovation ecosystem has reached the point where it must build scale, attract more private investment and talent, and turn research into greater commercial value, according to Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) director general…

The founder of the trust and safety team at Alphabet’s Google this week called for a slowdown in AI development, warning that the tech industry was repeating the same mistakes from the social media era, potentially causing even greater harm to children.

The head of the South Korean Olympic committee on Thursday blasted organisers of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, saying he would give them a failing mark for operational issues at the multi-sport event.

In a left-field move, Manchester United are offering supporters the chance to own a piece of the Old Trafford pitch, with preserved sections of turf going on sale for £125 ($165.49).

A 26-year-old man was arrested in Limassol on Wednesday in connection with three cases of burglary and theft, as well as the suspected illegal possession of property, the police said on Thursday.

A busy student lifestyle calls for energy and a well-deserved break.

Cyprus continues to command strong investor confidence, with 83 per cent of international investors surveyed by EY rating the island attractive for foreign direct investment, even as energy costs, access to finance and bureaucracy remain significant conce…

Turkey is “closely monitoring military developments on the island of Cyprus”, the country’s defence ministry’s spokesman Zeki Akturk said on Friday, offering criticism for the Republic of Cyprus’ efforts to bolster its military prowess in conjunction with…

At the heart of Columbia Hospitality’s culinary identity lies a place most guests never see yet experience in every bite.

Russia hit the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv with ballistic missiles and drones early on Thursday, killing two, one of them in the parking lot of a maternity hospital that was damaged, officials said.

Cyprus is seeking to position itself as a stable European base for international financial services, as Invest Cyprus stepped up its pitch to investors, wealth managers and family offices at an event in London this week.

Six people were arrested during the police’s overnight operations operations, the police said on Thursday.

Cyprus and Malta are looking to deepen commercial ties and create new opportunities for joint investment, with companies from the two countries meeting to explore cooperation across technology, financial services, manufacturing and cyber security.

Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to use his UN address on Thursday to berate New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani for calling him a war criminal, a feud that highlights the Israeli leader’s growing isolation ahead of elections at home that he may lose.

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos held what he described as a “frank exchange” with Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov on the sidelines of the United Nations general assembly in New York.

KPMG Cyprus is placing artificial intelligence, digital tools and innovation more deeply into its work as businesses face increasingly complex regulatory, technological and sustainability demands, according to the firm.

President Nikos Christodoulides called for the “development” of the natural gas located under the seabed off the coast of Cyprus “as soon as possible” when he met American multinational oil corporation ExxonMobil’s vice president for global exploration Jo…

Rain is expected to fall in the mountains, inland, and in the southeast of the island during Thursday afternoon, following a largely clear but partially cloudy start.

A federal judge ordered US President Donald Trump on Thursday to restore White House access for journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico, saying his ban on the three media outlets was likely unconstitutional.